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Genital herpes is a lifelong disease that causes painful outbreaks of blisters. Herpes simplex labialis, also known as cold sores, is a common cause of perioral discomfort. At the end of this stage, the...

I had several outbreaks during pregnancy and was terrified I would pass the infection to my baby, Maria wrote to the Herpes Resource Center. If you are pregnant and you-have genital herpes, you will...

Although there is no cure, genital herpes can be treated. Follow your health care provider’s instructions for treatment and follow-up. Note- Don’t forget to dry your genital parts with a clean towel. Self-care measures...

Generally, a person can only get HSV-2 infection during sexual contact with someone who has a genital HSV-2 infection. Transmission most commonly occurs from an infected partner who does not have visible sores and...